2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CR-V | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
